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A short story by W. P. Kinsella
AFTER READING:
Study Questions: To submit your responses to these questions, please go to the "Homework" section of this module.
- Define “panache.” Why does Silas (the narrator) have the word “panache” printed on Tom’s tombstone?
- CHARACTERS: "SWBS"
Create a "Somebody-Wanted-But-So" chart for Silas Ermineskin (the narrator), Frank Fence-post, and Tom Pony. This chart is a strategy that you can use to identify characters (SOMEBODY), what motivates
them (WANTED), the conflicts they face (BUT) and the resolution to this conflict (SO). Use the example from "After You, My Dear Alphonse" to help you.
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| Frank Fence-post |
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| Tom Pony |
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| Gran |
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- Give three examples of humour in the story. What is the purpose of humour in a story with this subject and theme?
- From what point of view is the story told? In what way is this point of view effective?
- What is this story saying about stereotypes, equity, and racism (theme)?
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